Washington, Dec. 21 -- Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata issued the following press release:
Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata is congratulating Admiral Kevin Lunday, who has served throughout 2025 as Acting Commandant of the United States Coast Guard. The U.S. Senate has confirmed him as Commandant by unanimous consent.
"The Coast Guard is important to the security of the Pacific, and a vital part of preserving U.S. interests in the region, including American Samoa. Congratulations to Admiral Kevin Lunday, who will continue to lead the Coast Guard, now officially as Commandant, and I have great respect for his 39 years of experience and service, including his valuable time of responsibility over the IndoPacific region. When he was Commander o...